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20 Irish Pub Songs

20 Irish Pub Songs
Various Artists
A compilation of classic favourites including Whiskey in the Jar, Rare Old Times, The Wild Rover and 17 others!
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St. Patrick's Day Celebration

Every song here is a gem worth its weight in gold. You really don't have to be Irish to party hearty on St. Patrick's Day & enjoy classic songs of the Emerald Isle such as these. Very enjoyable & highly recommended. Erin Go Bragh!
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The Best Of The Irish Rovers

A year or so ago, we saw them perform at the Milwaukee Irish Festival; we were drawn to the stage by "Black Velvet Band" - one of Bridget's favorites. We were delighted to discover that it's included on this re-mastered collection of their best songs, including their number-one hit, "The Unicorn." Although purists might protest that this isn't authentic traditional Irish music, for us, it's still great listening pleasure.
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Great Irish Sing ALong
Various artists

This DVD takes you on a journey through some great Irish pubs and landscapes. Set to traditional favorites, options let you sing along with added, on-screen lyrics. A bit of Irish karaoke for your next St. Patrick's Day party?
Click here for Irish Sing Along.

Wed, Sep 1, 2010

Hurling

This game, which is often described as "the clash of the ash" is the oldest team sport in Ireland. It's played by two teams of 15 players to a side. The girl's version of the game is called Camogie and there are 12 players to a side. One player acts as a goalkeeper while the others try to hit a small leather ball called a sliotar past the goalkeeper. The stick they use is made from the wood of the ash tree. It's shaped a bit like a hockey stick and is called a hurley or camán.
Even in ancient times, there were very strict rules about how the game should be played. Throwing the ball is not allowed; it must be lifted off the ground with the hurley or foot; and to strike an opponent was punished with severe penalties. In today's game, the player is sent off the field.
To buy this Poster click Hurling.

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Can't Find it?!

Our Library is compiled from what we know and like. If you can't find what you're looking for read on.
• First: go to Amazon -
There's no escaping the fact that they are the largest catalog.
Note: There are multiple Amazons and they do not carry exactly the same items. Any one of the U.S., U.K. and Canada sites may not have the item but another Amazon will. Each site will ship anywhere in the world. Try them all before you give up.
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• Second: Amazon doesn't have it? Try BMG. They are one of the largest Music stores - period. Click here for BMG Music.
We recommend you search for artist or title words.
• Third: Still can't find It? Alright, try ALibris they are the place for 'books you never thought you'd find'. They now carry music (even vinyl). The prices vary, since they are offered from various sources.
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• Fourth: Is it in print, at least?
Try Irish Music International, they'll go out of their way to obtain any item currently available.
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• Last: Nothing Worked?
E-Mail us, we'll give it a go. Click for Russ & Bridget.

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